Would you like to save for your child’s education but struggle to find space on a tight budget? The Canada Learning Bond can help.  Many people have heard of the matching program, the Canada Education Savings Grant, but are not aware of the Canada Learning Bond. This program does not

With school starting, it’s a great time to start saving for your child’s education. Over the next three weeks, we are going to talk about government programs and strategies for saving for your child’s post-secondary education including: Registered Education Savings Plans (RESP) A Registered Education Savings Plan is a special

As kids return to school this week, it’s important to prioritize their safety. We believe sharing this information is a valuable reminder for #SafetySunday. While social media provides a platform to share updates with friends and family, it’s crucial to exercise caution when it comes to sharing private information. For

As kids start or return to school, it is a good reminder that we are our children’s main teachers. As they watch us go through the day, they learn about how we use and value money. These lessons will stay with them. Thank you, Credit Canada, for introducing me to

The United Way Bruce Grey’s Backpack Program has surpassed its previous year’s total of backpacks distributed in the community, and the impact is far from over! The United Way Bruce Grey’s Backpack Program has achieved a concerning milestone in its mission to support the community. As of Thursday afternoon, the

Last week, we hosted our Stuff the Bus event at Staples in Owen Sound. It was an incredibly rewarding experience for me as it was my first time being involved. Stuff the Bus is an annual event that takes place around the same time each year, aimed at helping students

For more information about SOS and how they help, click here. Check out the van’s new graphic:

Know your bills! With the variety of ways we receive bills, it can get confusing and muddled. We, at the United Way, have recently seen a hydro bill that someone was paying that was in their name but was for a previous apartment… so they were unknowingly paying the hydro

If you or someone you know relies on oil for heating their home, they could potentially be eligible for assistance in transitioning to a more efficient heat pump system. The “Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program” is a program Learn more at this link: Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program